New Ski - Epic V8 Double

I just noticed this announcement on another racing forum

www.epickayaks.com/article/article/new-epic-v8-double

Length: 22’ (6.7 m)
Width: 22.4” (57 cm)
Depth: 15” (38 cm)
Capacity: 485 lb. (220 kg)

Approximate Weights
Ultra 42 lb. (19 kg)
Performance 53 lb. (24 kg)

This looks like a fun boat for introducing new paddlers to surfski, extreme conditions, or long distance races (I found it on the rivermiles.com forum, home of the 340 mile (550km) race).

It should still be fairly fast with 2 intermediate paddlers too. I'll have to test paddle one next summer (US summer I mean).

Cool to see another approachable boat in the market. Boats like this will really help grow the sport of surfski, at least in the USA. We have a pathetic ski scene, but I think this will help grow awareness and engagement. Good times!

Looks like a great idea for some double-ski fun!

I'm in market for V8 Double to take out beginners and my 11 year old son.
(I paddle V10 sport and V10 double).
Best guy in New England for surf ski knowledge is Wes Echols: www.surfskiracing.org/

Brian

I paddle Sandy Hook quite often, parking in lot C and crossing the road to put in on the bay.
I too am looking forward to getting the new V8 double. Paddling today (New Years), but not at the Hook. We'll stay in touch and get together when one of us has the double.